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Skeleton found in England with a nail through its foot is evidence of Roman crucifixion, archeologists say
While crucifixion was believed to be relatively common in ancient Roman civilizations, archaeologic…
Rebecca Cohen,Erin Schumaker
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Napoleon stranded a bunch of scientists in Egypt and now we have modern archaeology
Napoleon Bonaparte wanted to use Egypt's history for France's benefit. He sent savants to record it…
Morgan McFall-Johnsen,Jenny M…
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A new platform will let you find undiscovered ancient archaeological sites from your laptop
Satellite imaging technology has improved so much in recent years that the possibility for finding …
Ariel Schwartz
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The archaeological survey findings played a crucial part in the Supreme Court verdict on Ayodhya dispute
The evidence from Archaeological Survey of India played a crucial part in the Supreme Court verdict…
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4 things Hollywood gets wrong about archaeologists - and 2 things it gets right
Of course, actual archaeology involves fewer boulder traps, melting faces, and big golden statues t…
Áine Cain
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Astonishing images of Roman slave quarters in Pompeii frozen in time for almost 2,000 years by volcanic eruption
The director of Pompeii's archaeological park said the find was a "window into the precarious reali…
Bethany Dawson
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11 of the most baffling archaeological finds of all time
Archeologists use all sorts of objects to learn about humans of the past. Methods like blood residu…
Jenny McGrath
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A human skull, fossils, and old cannonballs discovered in huge, bizarre hoard after homes were raided, says report
Two men face being investigated after a police operation in Spain led to authorities finding hundre…
Joshua Zitser
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Archaeologist breaks down 10 treasure hunting scenes in movies
How realistic are treasure hunter characters like Indiana Jones or Lara Croft? See a real archaeolo…
Meredith Geaghan-Breiner,Bret…
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Scientists have found evidence of a mysterious 'skull cult' in an ancient temple
People have long venerated human skulls for a number of reasons - some worshipped ancestor, others …
Kevin Loria
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A 3,000-year-old skeleton with almost 800 injuries turns out to be the oldest shark attack victim ever found
The ancient skeleton found in southern Japan was believed to be a fisherman who was possibly savage…
Sophia Ankel
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7 fascinating archaeological discoveries made this month
So far, the researchers have already found evidence of the tips of more than 50 objects, including …
Erin Brodwin
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Researchers Think They've Found Christopher Columbus' Famous Ship
Archaeological researchers were able to determine the location of the wreckage with the help of dis…
Pamela Engel
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Pride of India: Statistician CR Rao’s influence is widespread – The Higgs Boson, shape of the heart, archaeological digs & more
Indian-American scientist Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao's work in statistics has propelled the field …
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A legendary 3,000-year-old 'lost golden city' of the Pharaohs has just been discovered in Egypt
The archaeology team began excavating the great city, known as the 'Rise of Aten,' in September 202…
Jacob Sarkisian
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Explore one of the oldest Indian city: 10 must-visit places in Patna with friends
Patna, the capital city of Bihar, India, is steeped in history and culture, offering a plethora of …
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Archaeologists are stunned by the discovery of 25 'incredibly significant' prehistoric pits dug in straight lines containing ancient animal bones
Archaeologists found a series of 25 pits arranged in straight lines in Bedfordshire, England, from …
Jenny McGrath
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A 13-year-old girl helped unearth an ancient Roman town. She's finally getting credit for it over 90 years later.
In the 1930s, teen Helen Carlton-Smith and other female archaeologists excavated a Roman settlement.